Children's Mental Health Classroom Assistant

Leader Recruitment Group; Cramlington; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education agency is seeking a skilled Children's Mental Health Classroom Assistant in Cramlington. This long-term role involves working directly with children in a supportive educational environment to enhance their well-being and learning experiences. Successful candidates will receive ongoing training and support while being part of a dedicated team focused on children's development.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Free mandatory training

Dedicated consultant support

Potential permanent contract

Referral bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Ability to follow school's policies and procedures.
• Willingness to obtain an enhanced DBS.
• Skills in supporting children with individual needs.

Responsibilities

• Support the teacher with planning lessons and activities.
• Work 1:1 and in small groups with children.
• Assist with the preparation of materials for lessons.

Skills

Compassionate

Communication

Patience

Proactive

Education

Enhanced DBS

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Posted:

22.06.2025

Expiry Date:

06.08.2025

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Job Description:

Leader Education are recruiting for a Children's Mental Health Classroom Assistant, for a Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH) school in North Tyneside and Northumberland. This position creates a great opportunity for classroom development and a great way to get further exposure and experience or transfer your skills from a relevant role.

Leader Education can offer free training and continued personal development courses to further enhance the successful candidate's skills and training. This role will include working with children from Key Stage 1 through to 4 and will involve working 1:1 and in small groups.

The normal working pattern is Monday-Friday from 8:30am until 4:30pm and is a long-term position.

Leader Education can offer:

• Competitive pay rates
• Refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme: £100 per referral (terms apply)
• Free mandatory training
• A dedicated consultant to answer any queries and for ongoing support
• Potential permanent contract after a qualifying period

The successful candidate will have:

• An enhanced DBS on the update service, or the willingness to obtain one
• An ability to follow instructions, school's policies and procedures
• Be patient, considerate, and compassionate
• A genuine interest for the well-being of all children
• To ability to support the teacher with planning lessons and activities within the educational setting
• A proactive personality and can assist with the preparation of materials for lessons
• Skills such as providing good communication towards staff members, parents, and carers
• Support the students with their individual needs

Interested candidates are invited to submit a comprehensive CV outlining their teaching experience, qualifications which are relevant to this role. Please apply with your CV or call us on 0191 300 4311.

Leader Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, all applicants must go through a thorough vetting procedure, including enhanced DBS and reference checks.

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Leader Recruitment Group is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.